As Introduced

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 116

2025-2026

Senator Antonio

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Cleveland Public Library Main Library on its One Hundredth Anniversary.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to applaud the Cleveland Public Library Main Library on the auspicious celebration of its Centennial, May 10, 2025; and

WHEREAS, Recognition of this prestigious milestone is a fitting tribute to the Cleveland Public Library Main Library, for throughout its history, this fine institution has attained a remarkable record of service to the area. Established in 1925 as the flagship location of the system, this beloved library has diligently served innumerable people over the past century, and it is truly deserving of high praise; and

WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Cleveland Public Library Main Library has fostered education, culture, and individual growth by providing a variety of innovative and beneficial programs and services. As a focal point for many local activities and a valuable instrument for community improvement, the library system has earned the respect and appreciation of countless patrons and has set an example of excellence that is worthy of emulation; and

WHEREAS, Public libraries play an important role in today’s society, serving as receptacles of shared knowledge, information, and ideas. They offer a means of enjoyment, self-advancement, and intellectual development for all individuals, and as repositories for the best of our nation’s intellectual endeavors, they are vital to the preservation of our country’s heritage, principles, and ideals. We are proud to note that it is through the efforts of institutions such as the Cleveland Public Library Main Library that our state has maintained its reputation as a friendly, productive, and pleasant place in which to live and work; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend the Cleveland Public Library Main Library on its One Hundredth Anniversary and extend best wishes for continued success; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Cleveland Public Library Main Library.